The Evidence: A completely unputdownable psychological thriller with a shocking twist

· Bookouture
4.5
24 reviews
Ebook
350
Pages

About this ebook

I can see her through the glass door. She’s smaller in real life than I expected. She looks the exact opposite of the type of woman that might murder her husband.


Everyone’s heard of Simone Fischer. The young mother accused of killing her husband in cold blood, one sunny afternoon, while their son played in the room next door.


So when journalist Esme secures an exclusive interview with her it feels like the opportunity of a lifetime. Simone has remained silent since her husband’s death but after a decade in prison, she is willing to talk to Esme. And Esme, recently freed from her own toxic marriage, is confident she can get Simone to open up.


At their first meeting, when Esme sees Simone sitting across the table from her in jeans and a lemon tunic top, she is stuck by her ordinariness. Then Simone begins to tell her story of an abusive relationship where she was a prisoner in her own home, and Esme decides that the truth needs to come out.


But not everyone is pleased that Esme is telling Simone’s story. And when Esme’s beloved sister is left for dead in a nearby wood, Esme’s life begins to unravel. Forced to question what Simone has told her, she can’t help but wonder if murder was the only way out of Simone’s marriage. Why has it taken Simone so long to tell the world the truth? And will the consequences be devastating for Esme?


An utterly addictive and jaw-dropping read from bestselling author K.L. Slater about the darkness behind closed doors. If you like Gone Girl and The Girl on the Train you will LOVE The Evidence.


What everyone is saying about The Evidence:


A rollercoaster ride of emotions. This book is a thrilling read and I could not put it down.’Book Lovers Anon, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐


‘This book did not disappoint! The writing is incredible, the twists are always unexpected, and I am still thinking about the ending days later. Would definitely recommend!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐


Holy mother of all twists! K.L. Slater is the master of thrilling twists. Her books keep getting better and better… this one will blow you away… hard to beat.’ Two Girls and a Book Obsession, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐


One of my favourite books for this year… I loved this book with all its twists and turns!... A fantastic read that is sure to keep readers on the edge of their seat from start to finish.’ Chapter Chatter Pub, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐


Brilliant book… exciting, tense and full of twists and turns and a lot of shocksRecommended!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐


‘I was ridiculously invested in this book… compulsive’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐


I read this book in about a day because it was that good and I couldn't put it down. I would definitely recommend KL Slater's books’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐


Suspenseful and heart-breaking all at once. I was truly surprised by the ending… Would definitely recommend!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐


‘A thrilling read and a chilling eye-opener’ RK Reads, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐


‘Fast-paced, entertaining, with plenty of twists, suspects and red herrings. Brilliant’ Netgalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Ratings and reviews

4.5
24 reviews
Suzi Makowski
July 1, 2021
If you love suspense, K.L. Slater is an author not to be missed! “The Evidence” is her newest book, and it’s got all of the drama and twistiness that Slater is known for. This book hooked me from the beginning, opening with the first podcast of a series that our protagonist, Esme, is doing on Simone Fischer, a woman convicted of brutally murdering her abusive husband. Fischer has kept her silence for a decade and is finally ready to open up about what really happened. As Simone reveals the psychological trauma she suffered, Esme can’t help but to see some similarities in her own relationship with her estranged husband, Owen. Meanwhile, Esme’s sister Michelle is beaten and left for dead in a nearby wooded area. The action is non-stop as Esme simultaneously tries to find out who attacked her sister and the truth about Simone’s case. Gaslighting, manipulation, control, deceit, and betrayal – this book has it all in spades! As the story unfolds, Esme is forced to consider that she doesn’t know anyone as well as she thinks she does. I really enjoyed this book! Some twists were unexpected, and although I did guess one of the big ones before it was revealed, it was done in a very satisfying way.
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Marnie Harrison
July 1, 2021
The Evidence is another outstanding read by the incredibly talented K.L. Slater, whose books I can never get enough of!. A gripping and compelling page turner from start to finish. This is an interesting and intriguing tale that reminds us that it is much easier to consider justification for someones evil actions when we can sympathise with their motivation. Has Esme created a nightmare for herself and disaster for her family by falling into the trap of becoming so consumed by somebody else’s story, that she is missing what’s going on right in front of her face? I really enjoyed the use of a true crime podcast in a story which of late have become a very popular feature in some of the books I have read. I feel that they give a story an extra edge and add more to the overall storytelling and in this case, it works very well. The Evidence is an intense read that had my knuckles turning white as was I gripping my Kindle so hard. There were so many questions I needed answers to and I was not stopping until I was given them all. Although I did guess where it was heading, this in no way spoiled my enjoyment of the book and there was still plenty of surprises I did not see coming that were jaw-dropping! All up, another brilliant read from the queen of the psychological thriller!
1 person found this review helpful
Linda Strong
August 27, 2021
Esma is a journalist starting her own podcast business. Along with her sister, Michelle, and a couple of other friends, her first podcast is going to tell the story of Simone Fischer .. a woman who killed her abusive husband and is now in prison. As Esme interviews Simone, she can't help but see the similarity in their marriages. Esme is separated from her husband who was not physically abusive .. his abuse was emotional. They have a 9 year old son who was hit by a hit and run driver and now now a leg that will probably never heal properly. Esme's husband constantly reminds her it's her fault he was injured because she was late in picking up their son at school. Not everyone is happy that Esme is telling Simone's story. BOOK BLURB: And when Esme’s beloved sister is left for dead in a nearby wood, Esme’s life begins to unravel. Forced to question what Simone has told her, she can’t help but wonder if murder was the only way out of Simone’s marriage. Why has it taken Simone so long to tell the world the truth? And will the consequences be devastating for Esme? I can honestly say this is the best psychological thriller I've read this year. The plot and story line kept me riveted. The characters are solidly drawn ... the emotion is palpable on every page. The twists and turns keep coming from all directions and lead to a most surprising conclusion. This is a must read! Many thanks to the author / Bookouture / Netgalley for the digital copy of this psychological thriller. Read and reviewed voluntarily, opinions expressed here are unbiased and entirely my own.

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